ATTACK THE CURVES, THE BUMPS, THE UNEXPECTEDRiding the Hypermotard lets you rule the road. Wide, tapered section handlebars transfer control of the tarmac to the rider and a full length seat eases fore and aft movement – up front when entering the turns, then slide back for maximum traction on exit.
A rigidly triangulated trellis frame and track-tested chassis geometry is matched with state-of-the-art suspension. Start off with the road-holding prowess of huge 50 millimeter Marzocchi forks, gripped by a triple screw lower fork crown. These cartridge damper forks work as impressively as they look, with special high rigidity stainless steel sliders and external adjustability for compression and rebound damping, plus spring pre-load. The rear suspension performs with equal precision by using a fully adjustable ZF Sachs shock mounted to a robust single-sided swingarm.
Light Marchesini wheels mounted on large diameter axles are fitted with the latest Z-rated Bridgestone BT014 tires sporting a fat 180/55 section on the rear. Stopping power is controlled by twin radially mounted Brembo four piston calipers gripping new lightweight 305 millimeter twin discs up front, and a 245 millimeter disc at the rear to make stopping as thrilling as gassing it.
The new 1100 Desmo engine pumps out potent torque and horsepower. Twist the throttle and no matter the rpm, fuel injected power is at the rider’s command. The lightweight, 90 degree twin stands at the pinnacle of more than three decades of Desmo air-cooled development. One ride makes it clear why the 1100 engine has charmed journalists worldwide. This is the perfect motorcycle engine.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
Ducati
Model Year
2008
Model
Hypermotard 1100
MSRP
$11,995.00*
DIMENSIONS
Weight
395 lbs. (179 kg)
Wheelbase
57.28 in. (1,455 mm)
Seat Height
33.27 in. (845 mm)
ENGINE
Engine
L-twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic
Horsepower
90 hp (66 kW) @ 7,750 rpm
Displacement
1,078 cc
Bore x Stroke
98 x 71.5 mm
Torque
76 ft. lbs. (10.5 kgm) @ 4,750 rpm
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Fuel System
Marelli electronic fuel injection, 45 mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity
3.3 gal. (12.4 l)
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Cooling
Air-cooled
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 42
BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes
Front: 2 x 305 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo calipers 4-piston, 2-pad Rear: 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Wheel Colors
Frame: Red Wheels: Black
Tires
Front: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear: 180/55 ZR 17
OPERATIONAL
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis
Suspension
Front: Marzocchi 50 mm fully adjustable upside-down fork; 6.5 in. (165 mm) travel Rear: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock, aluminium single-sided swingarm; 5.6 in. (141 mm) travel
Rake
24°
OTHER
Colors
Red
Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer vehicle freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.
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